Make the front out of two contrast fabricsOn this bag, a ribbon embellishment is sewn over the join in the two fabrics.

Use the flap of the bag as a "canvas" for textile embellishmentsThese bags have applique' and machine embroidered designs on the flap.

Use plastic handles instead of a strapThis Baguette has Fast2Fuse to make it more rigid and box-like.

Use medium-light interfacing for a smoother surface on the fabric when using Fast2Fuse.

This handbag has plastic handles and 14mm Magnetic snaps. There is an internal zip pocket .

Use one plastic handle behind the flap. Narrow ribbon is stitched around the curve of the flap.

This bag is made with medium-light interfacing, and medium fusible wadding to give "stand up" structure to the fine fabric. It has a plastic handle and 14mm Magnetic snaps. There is an internal zip pocket .